Bronzeville is bounded by Garfield Avenue to Center Street, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Drive to 7th Street.
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How Milwaukee Lost Its DEI Director
It wasn't President Donald Trump. But the name of office will change.
Mar 18th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Planned Mass Timber Office Building Shrinks in Size
But developer hopes to get construction started quickly.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Finds Young Users For Abandoned Motorcycles
Youth program will use abandoned dirt bikes, motorcycles for training.
Feb 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Last Call For Historic Building Once Owned by Uihelin Family
Prominent architect designed 1889 Romanesque Revival building.
Feb 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Selling Former Youth Facility, Park For Development
Proposals sought to transform King Drive space.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
117 New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in Milwaukee in 2025
The variety, passion and fun on display make the city more exciting.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Visit Milwaukee Launches Small Business Initiative for Holidays
Shoppers who buy $25 gift cards at participating businesses get $25 bonus gift card.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Can Benefit From Pocket Urbanism
It's all about creating a more connected city.
Nov 10th, 2025 by Peter Schubert FAIA, Ennead Architects
University Project Maps Milwaukee County’s History of Racial Covenants
The history "disrupts the notion that Jim Crow only happened in the South," says one of the authors.
Nov 7th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Community Resource Center Takes Shape in Shipping Container
The Bronzeville Way Healing and Safe Space aims to connect neighbors with supportive organizations.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Lorin Cox
Entrepreneur-Focused Cafe Is Closing
BizStarts Community Market's last day is Nov. 22, but organization will continue.
Oct 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
One Alderman’s Quest To Defund The Streetcar
Ald. Scott Spiker wants city to hop off The Hop.
Oct 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Salvation Army’s Plan To Save Black Architectural Landmark
Once planned for demolition, now redesigned with 'a walk of history.'
Sep 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Big 80s-Themed Bar Opens on King Drive
Wanna dance with somebody? Head to Summer of '85.
Sep 3rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Retail Store Opening Soon on King Drive
Herbs 'N Lather will sell handmade products for skin and hair care.
Aug 7th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Final Weekend of Bronzeville Week, State Fair
Plus: Why is there a flip-flop throwing contest at Humboldt Park?
Aug 7th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Subsidies Will Advance Three Developments Along King Drive
Plus: Funding for a statue and more streetscaping, traffic safety projects.
Jul 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Loan Would Bolster Hub For Creative Entrepreneurs
Environmental cleanup loan would aid Bronzeville Creative Arts & Tech Hub.
Jun 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Reading Coalition Would Train Teachers in Early Literacy
Mayor Johnson backs idea to use Act 20, state funding to help struggling children.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Three Milwaukee Affordable Housing Proposals Win State Funding
Ten Milwaukee projects submitted applications for coveted credits.
May 30th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Demolition Starting on Bronzeville Center for the Arts Site
Nonprofit group still has long way to go on creating new arts center.
May 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Milwaukee’s 2025 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
From pavement turned to art to 44-story buildings, awards recognize the best of Milwaukee design.
May 16th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Subsidy Will Fund Affordable Apartment Renovation
But concerns about sprinklers and a recent fire elsewhere arise.
May 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Bay View Bar Celebrating Its 20th Anniversary
Plus: New Wisconsin Card Show event to debut at Baird Center.
May 15th, 2025 by Michael Holloway
Bronzeville Center for Arts Loses Its Main Donor
Wealthy philanthropist Deborah Kern has resigned from the board.
May 12th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
New Business Proposed For King Drive
One Seven Cafe & Lounge plans to take over Mi Casa Su Cafe space.
Apr 16th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Bronzeville Hub Rising
New building is a mix of affordable apartments and commercial space for creatives, educators.
Apr 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Wine Weekend Returns
'Immersive celebration' will center on wine, culture and community.
Mar 25th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Bronzeville Committee Weighs Pros, Cons of Preserving Black Landmark
Some members expressed opinions, but committee delays decision as deadline nears.
Mar 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Salvation Army Wants To Raze Black Landmark, Will City Allow It?
Salvation Army is contesting decision to protect Black-developed Central City Plaza.
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Owners For Garfield’s 502
Bronzeville bar will be handed down to the next generation, but maintain community focus.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
5 Milwaukee Affordable Housing Projects Vying For State Funds
The projects are among 39 projects statewide seeking tax credits.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in January
A new sports lounge, BBQ joint, Burmese restaurant and others opened in town.
Feb 3rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Niche Book Bar Opens in Bronzeville
A neighborhood welcome for new book store, which will soon add a wine program.
Jan 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Sports Bar Coming to King Drive in January
Dream Lounge Social, with a nod to nearby MLK statue, will focus on community.
Dec 6th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
City Demolishing King Drive Building It Once Sought to Save
Meanwhile, it acquired a nearby, vacant building via property tax foreclosure.
Nov 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Five Projects Changing King Drive
Four new apartment buildings and a substantial streetscaping project.
Nov 15th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Halloween-Themed Food and Drink Events in Milwaukee
Savor, sip and scream at more than 25 Milwaukee destinations, including a fake Applebee's and two TV show pop ups.
Oct 24th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
80s-Themed Bar Planned For King Drive
Summer of '85 is bringing retro vibes to Bronzeville, starting next spring.
Oct 11th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Trailing in Polls, Hovde, Republicans Hope For ‘Change Election’
A close examination of the campaign strategies for Wisconsin's high-profile U.S. Senate race.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Jack Kelly
Kinship Cafe Joining ThriveOn King
New addition will also include workforce training, teaching kitchen.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Remembering Cecilia Gilbert
'The Queen' brought joyful passion and a savvy insider's knowledge to her work with city government and many civic boards.
Aug 27th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Mayor Cavalier Johnson Talks Harm of Freeway Construction, Bronzeville During DNC Speech
Johnson promotes federal grant to overhaul 6th Street through Downtown, surrounding neighborhoods.
Aug 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
State Fair Headlines Weekend of Fun
Plus: Bronzeville Week and Black Arts Fest.
Aug 1st, 2024 by Michael Holloway
National Media Discovers Mayor Johnson
Gaining lots of positive press during RNC, now talking of running for governor.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Loans, Subsidies Approved To Support 301 Affordable Apartments
Redevelopment Authority working to advance three developments to groundbreakings.
Jul 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Awards $100K in Fresh Food Grants
Fresh Food Access Fund grants for 7 groups include a sober living center, food pantry and hydroponic farm.
Jul 10th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Bronzeville Creative Arts & Tech Hub Wins Key Approval
Plan Commission approves design for mixed-used complex including affordable housing.
Jul 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Cafe and Coworking Space Opens on West Side
Fruition MKE is the newest addition to the Concordia 27 development at 27th and Wells.
Jun 19th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Draft & Vessel Owner Plans Cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza
Entrepreneur Nat Davauer has big plans for key downtown space.
May 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene and Sophie Bolich
Jewels Caribbean is Closed, New Bar Planned
Former employees plan to open Flame 13 in the bar and restaurant space.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Inside The Huge ThriveOn King Development
Former department store becoming a true community hub.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Florentine Offers Bronzeville Boheme
Localizing Puccini's 'La Boheme' in Milwaukee's Bronzeville yielded uneven but affecting production.
Apr 22nd, 2024 by Dominique Paul Noth
Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit
Speech at Pieper Hillside Boys & Girls Club promotes effort to rebuild 6th Street.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Dohmen Fund Continues Nationwide Push For Healthy Eating Initiatives
Bronzeville-based foundation has invested $15 million for healthy food access.
Mar 6th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
New Bars and Restaurants That Opened in January
11 establishments opened in Milwaukee last month, including a cocktail bar, Puerto Rican restaurant and a new food hall vendor.
Feb 2nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
13 Ways to Celebrate MLK Day
Speeches, performances, movies celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. planned across town.
Jan 13th, 2024 by PrincessSafiya Byers and Meredith Melland
Emem Group Buys Key King Dr. Site
Plus: Airbnb-focused startup falters and a recap of week's real estate news.
Jan 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Names Vendor For New Downtown Park
Nomad Coffee Bar will operate a 2,900-square-foot cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza.
Jan 3rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
5 N/A Offerings For Dry January
Plus: 42 choices for New Year's dining, Polish deli reopens on South Side and farewell to Sunshine Cafe.
Dec 31st, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Aims to Become Healthiest City In Wisconsin
New plan by city health department addresses racism, health equity.
Dec 18th, 2023 by Margaret Faust
New Restaurant Coming To King Drive
Bronzeville Kitchen & Lounge plans to offer food, drinks and live jazz.
Nov 28th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
28-Year-Old Is A Rising Star Entrepreneur
From real estate to coffee, Djdade Denson is making his impact felt.
Nov 24th, 2023 by Meredith Melland
Mass Timber Building Gains Concrete Parking Structure
Grinker's proposed office building on Walnut and Vel R. Phillips Ave. grows.
Nov 20th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Three Streetcar Extensions Need Mayoral Direction
Extensions to Fiserv Forum, East Side, Walker's Point and Bronzeville need local funding source.
Nov 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Evers Funds Iron District Stadium, Bronzeville Arts Center
Governor uses federal grant to back new soccer stadium and arts center.
Nov 2nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New North Avenue Apartment Building Moving Forward
Project wins environmental cleanup loan. Plus: Storage company acquires Milwaukee facility.
Oct 29th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Confectionately Yours Exits Sherman Phoenix
Plus: 2 new vegan businesses, Tavolino closes, Movida adding rooftop space.
Oct 8th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Interval Coffee Opening King Drive Operation
Coffee company is leasing a nearly 16,000-square-foot facility for roasting and packaging.
Sep 22nd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Sustainability-Focused Flower Shop Opening in Bronzeville
414loral will replace Maranta on King Drive. Soft-opening party Saturday.
Sep 22nd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
New Restaurant and Lounge Coming to Bronzeville
Mi Casa Su Cafe owner opening bar and restaurant inside former On the Bayou.
Aug 21st, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Career Historian Will Lead Bronzeville Center for the Arts
In new role, Robert Parker plans to celebrate African American art, history and culture.
Aug 5th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Wisconsin State Fair Headlines Busy Weekend
Plus: Black Arts Fest, USA Triathlon, and Bronzeville Week.
Aug 3rd, 2023 by Michael Holloway
On The Bayou Owner Plans New Concept at Paper Table
New Orleans-style restaurant relocates to downtown food hall.
Jul 19th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Volunteers Clean Up Abandoned Building in Harambee
Part of a series of community clean-ups organized by county Sup. Priscilla Coggs-Jones.
Jul 1st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Brunch-Focused Cafe Coming To Villard Avenue
Brunch All Day Cafe is expected to open in August.
Jun 30th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Committee Backs 4 Streetcar Extensions
If federal grants received, system could reach Fiserv Forum, East Side, Bronzeville and Walker's Point.
Jun 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Meeting Will Guide Design of Bronzeville Arts Center
Black arts center will occupy key corner of W. North Ave. and N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Jun 28th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Local Businesses Win Fresh Food Grants
City funds help awardees pay for micro-farms, fresh food storage coolers and more.
Jun 13th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Republicans Cut Funding For Black Arts Center
$5 million for Bronzeville Center for the Arts cut. Plus: A recap of week's real estate news.
Jun 11th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Picks KG Development Partnership To Build New King Drive Apartments
Affordable development includes three commercial tenants, would replace vacant funeral home.
Jun 5th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Habitat Building 9 Homes On 1 City Block
Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff will help, part of larger effort to build 80 houses in Harambee neighborhood.
May 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Two Competing Apartment Buildings Proposed For King Drive
City-owned property would become multi-story building with some 65 apartments.
May 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
5 Milwaukee Projects Get Affordable Housing Funding
Across Wisconsin, WHEDA awards funding for 23 proposed apartment buildings.
May 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
7 Catalytic Projects For Downtown Milwaukee
New downtown plan calls for streetcar expansion, protected bike network, rethinking 794 and improved public spaces.
Apr 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Seeks Restaurant or Cafe For Downtown Park
Its plan for Vel R. Phillips Plaza is to create new gathering spot for Westown.
Apr 25th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Bars
Bars in Milwaukee, Racine, La Crosse offer a new experience for the 'drunkest' state in the nation.
Apr 18th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Milwaukee Could Ban TikTok
Security-driven decision could end free advertising medium for public library and other uses by city.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Changes Coming at HoneyBee Sage on Lisbon Avenue
Retail store will transform into wellness space while second store in Bronzeville continues.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Confectionately Yours Hosts Grand Opening
Plus: Hot Dish Pantry opens, 10th season for Pete's Pops and Chillwaukee's new owners.
Apr 16th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Committee Recommends $16 Million For New Downtown Park
To be called Vel R. Phillips Plaza. Plus $6 million for other projects.
Apr 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
On the Bayou Relocates, Pivots to Catering
Business now operates from northside commercial kitchen.
Apr 10th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Women’s Entrepreneurship Week Returns
Annual event returns on May 8 with in-person programming and new organization at its helm.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Chastity Washington Is a Top Milwaukee Comic
She’s appeared on TV and worked across the country. 'I never see her do poorly. Ever.'
Mar 19th, 2023 by Devin Blake
New Design For Vel R. Phillips Plaza Revealed
Redevelopment Authority endorses $16.5 million financing plan.
Mar 16th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Has $16 Million Plan For Downtown Plaza
Vel R. Phillips Plaza would honor civil rights pioneer, anchor W. Wisconsin Ave. Will it serve streetcar?
Mar 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Evers Proposes $5 Million To Advance Bronzeville Center for the Arts
Nonprofit group pursuing $55 million project for King Drive and North Ave.
Mar 2nd, 2023 by Evan Casey
New Apartments For 1st and National
Plus: A rundown of affordable housing projects seeking financing and a recap of the week's real estate news.
Feb 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
City Approves Funding For $37.2 Million Library Redevelopment
New MLK Library designed as community hub.
Feb 9th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Design Team Chosen For Bronzeville Arts Center
Partnership of M&E and HGA will design "world-class art and cultural center" on King Drive.
Jan 24th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneNeighborhood Buildings
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1818 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr.
Learn More Veterans Affairs Community Resource Referral Center
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1920 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Home of the African American Chamber of Commerce its Legacy Co-Working and Innovation Space.
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1940 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Office Building
Proposed three-story medical office and apartment building.
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1940-1948 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Vacant lot includes four properties, 1940, 1944 and 1948 N. Martin Luther King Jr Dr. and 227 W. Brown St.
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2007 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
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2220-2244 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
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2225 N. 7th St.
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2406-2408 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave.
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322-340 W. Meinecke Ave.
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324-332 W. North Ave.
Purchased by America's Black Holocaust Museum in Nov. 2021.
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331-339 W. North Ave.
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507-519 W. North Ave.
Gallery 507, home of Bronzeville Center for the Arts administrative offices and gallery.
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Bronzeville Center for the Arts Complex
Proposed for 2312 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
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Bronzeville Creative Arts & Tech Hub
Sixty-unit, four-story mixed-use complex for combination of eight city-owned parcels.
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Garfield Apartments
Historic 4th Street School redeveloped into apartments by a partnership of Joshua Jeffers and Melissa Goins.
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Kindred Building
The former home of Reader's Choice bookstore. Purchased by Melissa Goins' CUPED Corporation in 2017 for redevelopment into a community space for non-profits. Named Kindred Building after science fiction novel by Octavia Butler.
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The Griot
Apartment building with first-floor commercial space. Home to America's Black Holocaust Museum.
